PINE NEEDLE LANGLAUF SKI MARATHON & FESTIVAL

Join us for the Pine Needle Langlauf, Nordic Ski Marathon & Festival on February 23, 2019.

LANGLAUF IS GERMAN FOR BIG PARTY ON THE DECK!

Whether you want to test your endurance with the traditional Langlauf 30k, try skijoring with your dog, or relax with some yoga and soaking in natural hot springs, the Pine Needle Langlauf Weekend offers something for everyone.

Want to have a professional wax technician make sure your skis are race ready for the big day? Drop your skis off at Pine Needle Mountaineering during packet pick up from 5-8pm on Friday, February 22 and Evan Elliott will provide a base layer wax job with a topcoat of the high flourocarbon wax of the day. Pick up your skis at the Nordic Center on Saturday morning. To make a reservation, email evan@durangonordic.org.

Evan is the head coach of Durango Nordic and has served as the head glide wax technician for the United States at the U23 World Championships in 2016, as well as multiple national championships. He is among the top ten wax technicians in the country.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23

8AM - 1PM | LANGLAUF SKI MARATHON & FESTIVAL | DURANGO NORDIC CENTER

The Nordic Center’s toughest endeavor, the Pine Needle Langlauf freestyle event offers big climbs, scenic views, thrilling descents, and an epic after party with friends new and old!

New this year! The Langlauf is part of the Rossignol Southwest Nordic Race Series, four events in the San Juan Mountain region to crown the King and Queen of Nordic Skiing in the Southwest. This year Rossignol has skis for the Series winners and swag for all.

Reward your accomplishment with live homegrown music from the Six Dollar String Band and a hot meal from a Chili Cook Off between local businesses. Participants include Animas Orthopedics Association, The Carver Brewing Company, 4Corners Riversports, Crossfit Catacombs, and Durango Nordic. Let us know if you want to join the cook off! Email tom@durangonordic.org.

3:30PM - 4:30PM | RELAXATION YOGA | YOGA DURANGO, 1140 MAIN AVE

Star the recovery process from the big effort with a relaxing restorative yoga session provided by local yoga instructor Megan Lott.

Enjoy spectacular views of the alpenglow on the Needles Mountains in this unmatched dining experience. You’ll depart from the base area outside of Purgy’s at 5 p.m. and ride in the enclosed snowcat up to the Powderhouse Restaurant. Learn more and make your reservations soon.

Need to soak those sore muscles? Trimble Hot Springs is offering a Local’s Discount all weekend.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24

10AM - 11AM | TWILIGHT LAKE SPRINT SHOWDOWN | DURANGO NORDIC CENTER

A test of nerves, Nordic skiers go one on one is a sprint race around Twilight Lake. A time trial kicks it off at 10am to set the bracket(s). From there, let the fun begin. After the Sprint Showdown, relay teams will be put together for one final team event. All ages and abilities welcome.

Join Gregg Dubit with Durango Dog Ranch for a dog skijoring clinic with trained dogs and skijoring gear for demo and practice. You can even bring your own dog, as long as you have a leash. Skiing proficiency, especially the ability to stop, is key. No metal edged telemark skis (these can cut the dogs feet); skate or trad-kick and glide Nordic skis only. Limited to 20 people! First come first served!

Get reduced-price lift tickets with a portion of each ticket sale benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters. Try all the latest gear! Just $10 for unlimited demos, all day long. Your favorite local shops will be on the mountain offering demos of their newest skis and snowboards.